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If you are a woman over 50+ and you are feeling a little style-stuck, no worries. I can show you that elevating your style is easy, and will have you putting together a new wardrobe with things you already own! (And maybe a couple of small additions!) Learn how to dress for every occasion from […]

Elevating Your Style After 50 in 3 Easy Steps

Style + Beauty

I have always found that music can change my mood around in minutes. Whether it is listening to songs that take me back in time to a special place in my heart, or just music that has an “I can’t help but wanna dance” beat, music can help heal. These empowering songs for women are […]

Need a Lift? Empowering Songs for Women Over 50+

Self Care + Health

Suddenly, I hated Santa. Depression can feel like an invisible struggle, especially for the millions of women over 50+ facing its challenges. Trust me, I know. I have had a lifelong battle with depression and anxiety. I’ll tell you a little story. I have always been a Christmasaholic. Always. From the time I was a […]

Dealing with Depression At 50+: A Journey of Healing and Resilience

Self Care + Health

25 Summer Bucket List Ideas for Women Over 50+

Summer is creeping up on us, and most of us will let the entire season slip by without having any summer adventures. Just because we are women in our 50s and beyond does not mean that we stop needing excitement and inspiration in our lives. In fact, it’s the exact opposite! Now that we don’t […]

25 Summer Bucket List Ideas for Women 50+: With Printables!

Self Care + Health

As we age, many of us have a hard time dealing with the way our body changes. It seems like no matter what we do, we can’t stop it! I feel the same way every day. But fashion for women over 50+ isn’t the same as it is for younger generations. But it also doesn’t […]

Fashion for Women Over 50+ – How to Dress to Disguise

Style + Beauty

How to Look More Youthful

Women get a bad rap as they age. It had nothing to do with you, your worth, or your beauty. Aged beauty is still beauty! It is all about society and the unrealistic expectations it has for any woman. But especially aging women. The thing is, this toxic culture is changing. It’s evolving. Women over […]

5 Ways to Look More Youthful  (Without Trying to Look 29!)

Style + Beauty

Coping with Anxiety

Stressed? Even though this part of your life should be filled with wisdom and grace, it’s important to acknowledge the unique challenges that may come our way. So let’s jump into a topic that resonates with many of us – coping with anxiety. Stress and anxiety can be hard to manage in midlife and beyond. […]

Stressed? Coping with Anxiety for Women Over 50+

Self Care + Health

What are You Eating? Healthy Picks for Women Over 50

What are you eating? So, I am a big believer in the idea that your body is only as healthy as what you put in it. Not that I’m suggesting any food is a miracle cure for anything; it is not. But I know making a habit of certain foods can significantly reduce your risk […]

What Are You Eating? Healthy Picks for Women Over 50

Self Care + Health

Confident Woman Quotes

Words are powerful. Whether those words are spoken just in your own head or sharing them out loud, they make a difference. They can change the actual chemical make-up of your brain, for better or worse. So, use these 25 best confident woman quotes for midlife+ to make some positive, uplifting changes! Way better than […]

25 Best Confident Woman Quotes for Midlife+

Self Care + Health

Low Maintenance Haircuts for Women Over 50

For most women, when they reach 50 or better, finding a hairstyle that looks fresh and updated and not frumpy can be tough. We tend to get stuck with “what’s always worked”. But we don’t want to spend an hour at the mirror anymore fixing our hair. And some of us with chronic pain issues […]

12 Low Maintenance Haircuts for Women Over 50 That are Super Cute!

Style + Beauty

So I have been accused of being a beauty product addict.So needless to say, Ive tried my share of beauty products. And then tried some more.

Best Makeup for Mature Skin Over 50

Style + Beauty

Aged Beauty

If you are a woman 50+ then you have probably felt that feeling and said to yourself at some point… “I just don’t feel beautiful anymore.” Whether it’s an ongoing battle you have with the mirror, or a fleeting moment, the problem is not you. It’s the belief that society ingrained in us that aging […]

Aged Beauty : How to Feel Beautiful Again

Style + Beauty

Self-awareness as we age

Ladies, as we age, we tend to get a little stuck in our thinking. It happens to all of us to some degree.  A lot of us forget to be aware of who we are and how we project ourselves as we move along the road of life. Girls, I am here to tell you […]

Who, Me? Embracing Self-Awareness as We Age

Self Care + Health

I think that older women all have this thing in common… We all have made our share of mistakes. And these range from a little red-faced faux pas all the way to creating life-altering issues for someone we love or loved. We’ve lived long enough to have goofed. Some little. Some big. I know I’ve […]

How to Forgive Yourself for Past Mistakes

Self Care + Health

Ready to sprinkle some self-love into your life? Let’s have a friendly chat about setting boundaries – because rocking your golden years means knowing when to say yes, when to say no, and when to put yourself first. First of all, I have a history with not setting strong enough boundaries. I mean, people pleaser, […]

Setting Healthy Boundaries for Women 50+

Self Care + Health

What is Mindset, and Why is Mindset Everything? Alright, so think of a mindset as your mental default setting—the way you generally see and approach things. It’s like the pair of glasses you wear, but in your brain. This mindset isn’t set in stone; it can evolve based on your experiences and what you choose […]

Mindset Is Everything for Women 50+ – How to Flip the Script on Negative Thinking

Self Care + Health

Mood Boosters for Older Women

Hey there, fabulous Middle Girls! Life can throw its challenges at us, but that doesn’t mean we can’t take charge of our own happiness. Being 50+ can be hard, whether you are 51 or 101. Every season has it’s own challenges. We all need a mood booster from time to time! Whether you’re juggling work, […]

Mood Booster Ideas for Older Women: Simple Ways to Feel Happier Every Day

Self Care + Health

How to Be a Good Grandma

As a grandmother, you can hold a unique and cherished role in your grandchildren’s lives. Building and growing a strong relationship with them can be the best. But it’s not always easy bonding with them. Learn how to be a good grandma. How fun with grandma can help you strengthen those bonds!   How to […]

How to Be a Good Grandma- 10 Ways to Bond with Your Grandkids

Purpose

Kathy Woodard Bates - The Middle Girls

Finding Purpose in Life After 50 +: It’s Your Time to Shine! Hello, wonderful woman in the prime of your life! Today, we’re diving into a subject near and dear to my heart: the pursuit of passion, even when you’ve reached the midpoint+ point of your life’s journey. And guess what? It’s entirely possible, and […]

Finding Purpose in Life After 50 +

Purpose

So recently, I asked my Middle Girls on social media what were some of their top frustrations with being over 50+. The number one concern was that they had not saved enough money for retirement, or even none at all. Or, they don’t have money to live in retirement with their financial future set in […]

Retirement for Women – How to Ensure Your Financial Future, Even if You’re Over 50 and Never Saved a Dime…

Business + Financial